February 18, 2026
  • February 18, 2026

Smog hangs in Mumbai air, its AQI worse than Delhi’s

by on October 18, 2023 0

Mumbai’s air quality index (AQI) declined to 113, worse than Delhi’s 83, marking a shift in pollution levels. Parts of Mumbai’s suburbs recorded “very poor” AQI, with Andheri at 346, Mazgaon at 317, and Navi Mumbai also at 317. Lower wind speed and increased humidity led to a thick smog cover over the city....

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Taj Mahal drowning amid 470 illegal buildings

by on October 18, 2023 0

There are 470 illegal structures, including restaurants and cafes, within a 500m radius of the Taj Mahal in Agra. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has lodged FIRs against these encroachments, but local authorities have not taken any action to remove them. ASI officials claim that despite raising the issue multiple times, the encroachments...

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Stars descend on capital as Prez honours best of Indian cinema

by on October 18, 2023 0

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest film honour, on cinema’s enduring icon Waheeda Rehman. She also conferred the best actor award on Telugu star Allu Arjun for his performance in ‘Pushpa: The Rise’ and best actress to Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon respectively, for their performances in ‘Gangubai...

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Same-sex marriage: Verdict upset my plans, says Dutee Chand

by on October 18, 2023 0

In 2019, Dutee came out as lesbian, the first Indian athlete to disclose a same-sex relationship. “I plan to marry my partner Monalisa. But the decision of the apex court has upset all plans. I have been living with Monalisa for five years. We are happy together and as adults, we have every right...

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‘Didn’t your father teach you..?’: Gavaskar asks Marsh, gets quick-witted response

by on October 18, 2023 0

After the Australia-Sri Lanka game, Sunil Gavaskar, who is currently engaged in commentary duties for the World Cup, couldn’t resist having a playful jab at Mitchell Marsh, invoking his father Geoff Marsh’s reputation for a solid defensive batting technique. Gavaskar questioned the all-rounder, asking if his father hadn’t taught him to play defensively, given...

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China-Russia ties: Will Xi’s gamble on Putin pay off?

by on October 18, 2023 0

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing for a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The two leaders are expected to discuss their growing economic relationship, as Russia increasingly relies on China for trade and economic support due to Western sanctions. However, there are concerns that China is not benefiting enough from the relationship...

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Taj Mahal drowning amid 470 illegal buildings

by on October 18, 2023 0

There are 470 illegal structures, including restaurants and cafes, within a 500m radius of the Taj Mahal in Agra. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has lodged FIRs against these encroachments, but local authorities have not taken any action to remove them. ASI officials claim that despite raising the issue multiple times, the encroachments...

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